Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion SE
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
Car A
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
The Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) blends strong V6 performance with everyday usability at a price that represents good value in its segment. It’s quick and spacious, but its fuel use and FWD layout won’t suit every driver.
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Ford Fusion SE
Car B
Ford Fusion SE
The Ford Fusion SE mixes five-seat practicality with confident performance at a price that reads as good value in its segment. With FWD, 245 hp and a 453-liter trunk, it suits commuting, growing families, and road-trip duty while keeping fuel use reasonable at 8.5 L/100 km.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.5 L/100km245 hp
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 40 / 62
City 34 / 50
Budget / value 57 / 64
Road trip 45 / 52
Performance 30 / 35
Cargo 26 / 25
Practical 36 / 43
Premium 22 / 25
Winter 18 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) · Orange = Ford Fusion SE

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) Ford Fusion SE
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Pros & cons

Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)

  • Strong V6 punch: 220 hp and 7.0 s 0-100 km/h.
  • Good value in its segment for shoppers prioritizing performance.
  • 470 L trunk and five seats make packing and people-carrying easy.
  • Responsive acceleration aids confident passing and merging.

Ford Fusion SE

  • Good value in its segment at $27,500 for a well-rounded daily driver.
  • Responsive acceleration (245 hp, 400 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s) for confident merging and passing.
  • Family-ready layout with five seats and a usable 453-liter trunk.
  • Efficient for its class at 8.5 L/100 km and easygoing FWD manners.

Verdict

Pick Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) if…
Lower entry price
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Ford Fusion SE if…
More power
Ford Fusion SE puts out 245 hp vs 220 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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